Good morning, Ypsilanti.

Two high-performance computing data centers—a $1.2 billion campus proposed for Ypsilanti Township by the University of Michigan and Los Alamos National Laboratory and an 800-acre facility planned for Augusta Township—are facing growing opposition from local residents who worry about environmental and community impacts.

On June 24, Paul Schwimmer examined gravestone fragments in Popkin Cemetery in Scio Township near Ann Arbor after ground-penetrating radar detected buried remains—18 individuals, including early settlers and a Revolutionary War soldier, have been confirmed with more likely still underground.

Ten road closures will affect traffic on major highways in Michigan this week (including I-94 in Washtenaw and Jackson counties, I-75 in Oakland County, I-69 in Eaton County, M-22, and M-46) as part of over 55 projects running from June 29 to July 5.

MDOT advises drivers to slow down and follow posted signs during these lane closures and work zones.

Families near Ann Arbor can beat the summer heat by visiting local water parks that offer water slides, lazy rivers and splash zones.

Rolling Hills Water Park in Ypsilanti Township, Kensington Metropark near Brighton, Blue Heron Bay at Independence Lake in Whitmore Lake and Turtle Cove Family Aquatic Center near Belleville open from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day—each with attractions and pricing to suit diverse family fun.

Ypsilanti 4th of July Parade

11:00 a.m. — Depot Town — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with Michigan's longest-running parade full of community spirit and fun.

Paradise Falls Painting Event

6-9 p.m. — Tipsy Ypsi - Paint and Pour — Check website for pricing — Create your own masterpiece in a fun, social environment.

Larkn with Pillow Princess and Oblivion Heirs

7-11:50 p.m. — Regal Beagle Lounge — $5-10 donation — Experience a night of local music featuring mesmerizing performances by Sacha and more.

Fleet Feet's Find Your Speed Track Night

11 PM – 1 AM — Ypsilanti Track — Affordable entry — Test your speed in a timed 1600-meter race under the stars with a festive atmosphere.